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You’re a poet and we know it
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Think you’ve got what it takes to turn this newsletter into a poem? | Photo by Karolina Grabowska via Pexels
Calling all readers: In honor of National Poetry Month, you’re officially invited to enter BOStoday’s first poetry contest.

This contest is open to all, and the rules couldn’t be more simple: Turn today’s newsletter into a poem.

We’ll clarify. Using only the words that appear in this newsletter, craft an original poem of up to 75 words. Unlike an erasure poem, the words do not have to appear in the order they’re found — mix and match how you please. Any word appearing anywhere in today’s newsletter is fair game, including the ones you’re reading right now (we’ll throw some fun ones at you: Pink. Gusto. Enchilada.). If a word appears once, you can only use it once.

The rules:
  • Submit your poem here by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 16.
  • Include a title + author’s name in your submission. Titles are an exception to the rule, and do not need to pull words from the newsletter.
  • Poems, excluding title and author’s name, must be 75 words or less.
The fun stuff:
  • While we’ve placed a pretty big limitation on your poem’s words, the form + direction is up to you — and we can’t wait to see what you all come up with.
  • The Editorial team behind BOStoday will narrow submissions down to a group of finalists based on style, originality, artistic quality, and creativity. Finalists will be announced in our Friday, April 21 newsletter and we’ll ask our readers to vote for their favorite poem. The winner’s poem will be featured in our Wednesday, April 26 newsletter.
  • Pro tip: To make the process easier on yourself, we recommend printing out today’s issue, highlighting the words you find most interesting, and crossing them out as you include them in your poem.
  • Don’t forget to keep track of your articles (words like “the” or “and”).
Happy writing, Boston!
 
 
Events
 
Wednesday, April 5
  • Wednesday Trivia Night | Wednesday, Apr. 5 | 6-8 p.m. | Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston | Free | The trivia games will begin at 6 and 7 p.m.
Thursday, April 6
  • Brewed in Mass Beer Fest | Thursday, Apr. 6 | 6:30 p.m. | WBUR CitySpace, 890 Commonwealth Ave., Boston | $5-$25 | Join the Radio Boston team for a conversation on the state of the Bay State’s beer industry and a post-show beer tasting.
  • Boston Calling Night: The Q-Tip Bandits | Thursday, Apr. 6 | 7-11 p.m. | High Street Place, 100 High St., Boston | Free | Grab a free ticket for the chance to win a pair of tickets to Boston Calling + enjoy two live sets from The Q-Tip Bandits.
  • The Brighton Bazaar Night Market | Thursday, Apr. 6 | 5-9:30 p.m. | The Charles River Speedway, 525 Western Ave., Brighton | Free to attend | Shop at the monthly pop-up market with 35+ small local businesses selling art, vinyl, and vintage goods.
Friday, April 7
  • Main Stage Show | Friday, Apr. 7 | 10 p.m. | Improv Asylum, 216 Hanover St., Boston | $32-$35 | Spend a laugh-filled evening in the North End with the improv group’s Main Stage cast.
Wednesday, April 12
  • Bowl of ‘Zole | Wednesday, Apr. 12 | 5-9 p.m. | Lithuanian Citizens Association, 368 W. Broadway, Boston | $55-$85 | Grab tickets for the South Boston event to sample ten takes on pozole and sip mezcal.
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News Notes
 

Development
  • There’s a new proposal for a 15-story hotel near the Boston Common. Hub Parking LLC hopes to build the 94-room hotel on West Street in Downtown Crossing — if approved, the two-year construction process would likely begin mid-2024. (Boston Globe)
Coming Soon
  • The Cisco Brewers pop-up is returning to the Seaport on Thursday, April 13. Get excited for a new food menu, craft cocktails with spirits from Triple Eight Distillery, and wines from Nantucket Vineyards. The outdoor beer garden will be open Tuesdays through Sundays until Oct. 15.
Community
  • The City of Boston was selected to be a part of a new cohort program aimed at reducing gun violence. The initiative, hosted by The University of Maryland’s Violence Reduction Center, will help inform Boston’s ongoing community safety work.
Number
  • $7,500. That’s the sign-on bonus for new MBTA hires, effective Saturday, April 15. The transit agency has increased the bonus from $4,500 + is now including roles like subway train operators and service technicians. Find upcoming recruitment events.
Sports
  • The Boston University men’s hockey team are skating their way to the Frozen Four championship + aiming for the college’s first title since 2009. The Terriers take on the Minnesota Golden Gophers in the semifinals tomorrow night. (CBS Boston)
Today Is
  • The release of the movie “Air,” starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck (who also directed the film). Boston’s favorite Hollywood stars collaborated on this story about the start of the Air Jordan brand. Find showtimes near you. (Boston Globe)
Regional
  • Wellfleet officials will enforce an alcohol ban for Cahoon Hollow beach this summer, effective from May 20-Sept. 10. Drinking will reportedly still be allowed on other Cape Cod National Seashore beaches. (Boston.com)
Asked
  • Looking to support a Boston Marathon runner ahead of the big day? Submit a short message here and your words of encouragement could be featured in an upcoming newsletter.
Travel
 
Eat and Drink
 
🍽️ Five restaurants for your foodie bucket list
Landscape view of Boston Seaport waterfront neighborhood
There’s a lot cooking for the Seaport neighborhood. | Photo by @amyhoro
Much like the magnolias, Boston’s restaurant scene is flourishing this spring. Here are five new restaurants rolling into town:

Grace by Nia | Opening in May
This Seaport supper club run by the Roxbury native behind Darryl’s Corner Bar & Kitchen will feature live music, a speakeasy lounge, and a soul-infused menu.

Scores | Opening late April
Our sports bar scene is growing with this reimagined West End space. Expect bites like the “Tatum Tot Poutine” and smash patty burgers.

Hobgoblin | Opening mid-April
The Downtown Crossing gastropub will specialize in Asian fusion tapas. Think: small bites, burgers, and noodle dishes.

Petula’s | Opening late April
This South Boston gathering spot will open with artisanal pizzas + creative cocktails for dinner, with brunch service coming soon.

Savr | Opening in May
The restaurant inside the Seaport’s St. Regis Residences will dish out creative comfort classics + fresh seafood.

Bonus: Borrachito Taqueria opens soon in the Seaport — stay tuned to our Instagram for a first look.
 
The Wrap
 
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From the editor
According to a recent survey, Boston is wicked helpful. Our city had the highest “informal helping” rate of the 12 largest metropolitan areas in the country.

Keep this information in your back pocket for the next time someone claims Bostonians aren’t friendly.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? Read an overview of how Boston City Council operates.
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